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People will go to many lengths to make sure their loved one, laid to rest, gets to rest in peace. In last week’s blog, Grave Protection Part I we looked at the rise of grave protection devices during the Victorian Era when body snatching became a more common means of generating income. Burial sites were […]

GUNS AND COFFINS Protecting the remains of loved ones has long been an important part of one’s final resting place. Over the centuries, robberies and enemy attacks have made it difficult to assure that gravesites will not be disturbed. We researched some of the more unusual ways people have chosen to protect specific burial grounds. […]

Welcome to July! Here’s a list of things to do: JULY 1 – 31: Pieces of Me – Mixed Aqua Media and Collage – Upstairs Art Gallery. Full of personal history and layers of meaning, Carolyn’s current series of collage pieces capture her experience living and traveling in England. “Communicating more than what is merely […]

Graves that were left behind. This is a graveyard research story about graves left behind and no one knows why. The 18th century First Baptist Church of Philadelphia took up permanent residence at a Quaker meeting house in the Old City area. After the Quakers moved out, the Baptists built a new brick building and […]

Many Choices Our 35+ Lawns, Gardens, and Niches Parks have long been a part of every community. The outdoor lawns and/or wooded areas are ideal spots for family and community gatherings and more. Each park has its own story to tell. This is especially true for memorial parks like ours that have become special locations that […]

What To Do: June 2017 June 2017 is here and, as always, Sonoma County is bustling with activity. Here is our list of things to do: June 4 – Astronaut Lullabies at the SRJC Planetarium – A live concert planetarium experience that explores inner and outer space. This mesmerizing multi-sensory journey is choreographed, celestial poetry […]

A Guide to Cremation Planning As cremation continues to grow in popularity, so does the desire to add meaning by including a gathering celebration of life service…either preceding or following the cremation. Today, you have many options when choosing cremation and your plan can be as simple or as personalized as you choose. Select a […]

46th Annual Avenue of the Flags 10 a.m. Monday, May 29, 2017 Santa Rosa Memorial Park, 1900 Franklin Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95404 The 46th Annual Avenue of the Flags Memorial Day event is a free, hour-long annual commemoration designed to honor our military men and women who gave their lives to protect us. More […]

46th Annual Avenue of the Flags Join Us For This Memorial Day Commemoration May 29, 2017 10 AM This annual event is hosted by Santa Rosa Memorial Park and sponsored by the American Legion Post 21 and United States Marine Corps League Detachment 686. Highlights include the musicians, displays, and other activities. Free, Santa Rosa […]

Should I Pre-fund My Arrangements? Why are pre-planning and pre-funding so important? Every year, millions of people arrange their funerals in advance. They explore their options for a ceremony, they discuss costs, and they set up a plan with the professionals in their community to ensure they’ll have the Celebration of Life they choose. No […]